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1. BONDST
4.8
Exceptional(3171)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • NoHo
Booked 92 times today
BONDST, located in NoHo, is a trendy downtown restaurant with a warm minimalist interior design. The cuisine is new Japanese with European and Asian influences. BONDST is Citysearch's 2007 and 2008 audience award winner for Best Sushi in NYC, as well as the 2008 audience award winner for Best Martini in NYC.
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2. Papillon Bistro and Bar
3.9
Excellent(1054)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Midtown East
Booked 11 times today
Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!
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3. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC
4.6
Exceptional(29500)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Theater District
Booked 345 times today
Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.
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4. Beauty & Essex- New York
4.6
Exceptional(9900)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Lower East Side
Booked 88 times today
Beauty & Essex in New York is a vibrant bar scene with its unique blend of a modern-day pawn shop and a grand, circular staircase. It has four distinct dining rooms, two bars, and a lounge. As quoted from a review, it is a 'fantastic speakeasy restaurant- swanky scene, excellent food and crafted cocktails. Great music - loved it all.' Other reviews also praise the 'great vibe', 'amazing/eclectic menu selection; food was fabulous', and 'cocktails are pretty good'. The place is energetic and trendy, making it a great spot for a fancy yet fun evening.
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5. The Crosby Bar
4.6
Exceptional(897)
Price: Expensive
• American • SoHo
Booked 62 times today
The Crosby Bar & Terrace is located on a quiet, cobblestoned street inside Soho’s Crosby Street Hotel. We offer modern American cuisine in a spacious room with high ceilings, long pewter bar, gray oak floors and tall warehouse-style windows which look out to the trees at the hotel’s entrance and the garden on Lafayette. It has an altogether leafy, breezy feel with lots of light throughout the day.
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6. Palma
4.8
Exceptional(3339)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Greenwich Village
Booked 50 times today
Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.
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7. Casa Mono
4.7
Exceptional(2808)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Union Square
Booked 28 times today
Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***
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8. Barbounia
4.6
Exceptional(3974)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Gramercy Park
Booked 52 times today
Located in the heart of Gramercy in New York City at 20th Street and Park Avenue South, Barbounia's atmosphere and design, which complement and attract a fashion, music and entertainment clientele, takes you off the busy streets of Manhattan and transcends you to the middle of the Mediterranean. With a spectacular open kitchen, tall arched ceilings divided by Moorish columns, large wooden communal tables, and pillowed banquettes; you feel the magnificent energy emanating from the kitchen, staff and patrons.
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9. The Odeon
4.8
Exceptional(3620)
Price: Expensive
• French • TriBeCa
Booked 165 times today
The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. The Outdoor Cafe is complete with rain-proof awnings, umbrellas, and heaters. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.
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10. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron
4.3
Awesome(6937)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Gramercy Park
Booked 142 times today
Serra by Birreria is a vibrant bar scene with a warm and inviting ambiance. Reviews rave about the excellent bar, sensational drinks, and lively atmosphere. One customer even noted, 'Great atmosphere - loud and energetic.' Another review highlighted, 'Cocktails are really good at the bar.' It's a great spot for a date or casual business dinner with great food, a nice wine list, and friendly service.

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  • Janis
    Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything was fabulous!! The food was one of the best meals I’ve had. It arrived quickly and there was no wait! The staff were all so kind a friendly! Will definitely be returning!!!
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    BONDSTPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• NoHo
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    4.8
  • Lukevip
    Kansas City / Kansas •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Absolutely phenomenal experience from start to finish. Austin took care of us and just made us feel right at home. Made great recommendations to us and just did pretty perfect service overall. It was very loud which was expected and didn’t bother us all that much, what was a little annoying was these people beside us with ring lights blinding us all dinner but other than that, perfect service all the way through. Couldn’t recommend the tasting menu enough!!! Great value with so many great options:)
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    Beauty & Essex- New YorkPrice: Expensive• undefined• Lower East Side
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    4.6
  • Rebecca
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Everything was outstanding! This was our favorite dining experience in NYC. We will be back and will tell our friends about it.
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    PalmaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Greenwich Village
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    4.8
  • Raina
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was AMAZING but service was painfully slow. We had to signal to our server multiple times.
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    Casa MonoPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Union Square
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    4.7
  • Klbhersheyvip
    Philadelphia County •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 19, 2024
    Stunning space, fabulous food, and maybe the finest service I’ve received anywhere on the east coast…Bravo to the chefs and this impeccable staff❤️
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    The Crosby BarPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
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    4.6

Discover best vibrant bar scene restaurants in Lower East Side

Explore the exhilarating bar scene in Manhattan's Lower East Side, where the nightlife pulses with vibrant energy. This trendy neighborhood boasts an array of establishments that cater to those seeking both lively ambiance and exquisite cocktails. The dining scene in this part of New York City is renowned for its dynamic bar environments, where each venue offers a unique blend of stylish decor, innovative drink menus, and a bustling atmosphere ideal for social gatherings. These venues emphasize a modern approach to cocktails and dining, often featuring creative concoctions alongside gourmet small plates that highlight the culinary diversity of the area. Patrons can expect top-notch service and an engaging experience that keeps the Lower East Side buzzing well into the night. Whether you're in the mood for an intimate speakeasy vibe or a grand, lively bar setting, this neighborhood delivers with flair and sophistication, making it a must-visit destination for nightlife enthusiasts.

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